Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs Galaxy S9 Plus: Specs Comparison

Samsung’s flagship line-up for 2018 is finally complete. The new Samsung Galaxy Note 9 has just arrived and it touts a large body, multitasking prowess, and more.

Due to their similarities, Galaxy Note and Galaxy S Plus devices have always been compared to each other in the last few years. Since they come from the same generation, both devices usually have the same performance, identical set of cameras, and a few new tricks and features. Not to mention that they have an identical screen size and huge batteries, which are some of the features that their target market is looking for.

Before, most people would actually prefer a Galaxy S Plus device over the Note due to its cheaper price and similar features. But this time, will the consumers be convinced to go with the Galaxy Note 9 instead of the Galaxy S9 Plus?

Samsung only made a few improvements to the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 when compared to its predecessor. However, since it has an identical price to the Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus, I think you’re better of with the Note this time. After all, the Galaxy Note 9 is still better than the S9 Plus.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 price starts at Php55,990 for the 6GB/128GB model, the same price of the Galaxy S9 Plus with the same configuration. For one, it has a new Bluetooth S Pen, which now allows you to control some features of the device from a distance.

The Galaxy Note 9 is also available in 8GB RAM and 512GB internal storage, built-in Samsung DeX, plus, and a larger 4,000mAh battery. These features clearly indicate that the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is for the power users. Those are the gains that the Galaxy Note 9 has over the Galaxy S9 Plus. After that, everything between the two is almost the same.

First, there’s the dual-camera setup. Both devices use the same hardware. There are the dual 12-megapixel cameras on the back, with variable zoom, OIS, 960fps slow-more recording and so on.

While they have similar sensors, Samsung did add a new Intelligent camera on the Galaxy Note 9 to set them apart. This feature basically analyzes your subject and automatically adjusts the settings for the best possible shot.

It can also tell you if the picture you’ve taken was blurry, has lens smudges, or someone on the shot blinked. With this, consumers will be alerted to retake the picture immediately.